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The City Council pushes Cable Information Systems to upgrade Carbondale’s cable station with added origination stations more channels wiring for schools and an audited financial statement. President Peter Nisselson cites reservations while Council member Hans Fischer presses for transparency and accountability for residents’ consumer rights.
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Cable Information Systems, Inc
Carbondale
Nisselson
Hans Fischer
Fischer
Right turn on red law gains support in state bill
Gov Daniel Walker signed a measure allowing a right turn on red after a full stop when traffic permits. Municipalities may limit the rule locally and drivers must yield to pedestrians. Other states report easing congestion and less waiting at signals while motorists adjust to the change.
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Daniel Walker
California
Florida
Pollsters weigh Nixon Watergate attitudes and public mood
Watergate polls show a majority think Nixon knew of the cover up but most respondents oppose resignation or impeachment. Pollsters like Louis Harris note similar results to the 1972 vote margins while critics call for full public disclosure and an independent investigation. Across the nation onion prices rise, prompting household concern.
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Nixon
Louis Harris
National Observer
Britain’s National Health Service marks 25 years of service
An editorial argues socialized medicine has delivered universal care efficiently in Britain. It compares costs and outcomes with the United States, noting lower infant mortality, stable access for the poor, and lower GP earnings, while warning that US reform may mirror Britain’s evolving system.
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Atlantic
Congress
America
United Kingdom
United States
National Health Service
Britain
British National Health Service
Judge Richman Opposes Regional Detention Center Plan
Judge Richard Richman voiced reservations about the proposed regional detention center in University City Carbon Dale. He told a reporter financial issues remain and stressed he is not fully opposed, following prior endorsements by other judges and local planners.
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Richard Richman
First Circuit
Richman
John Clayton
James Rush
Greater Egypt
View from Mike Shear er’s seat on juvenile detention
Readers weigh in on juvenile justice after a state law requires separate housing for youths. Critics argue counties cannot fund full detention centers, leaving youths in courtrooms or with adult inmates. The letter cites inadequate diagnosis and long term solutions.
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Ilinois
Richman
Letter praising Jefferson School teachers and city crew
An open letter from Mrs. Harry C. Boyd of Marion thanks Jefferson School teachers Mrs. Shotton Rix Drake and Weeks for four years of care and guidance. She also commends Herrin city workers for tornado cleanup and notes her boys Boyd sons are active but improving under dedicated teachers.
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the Southern Illnoisan
Jefferson School
Marion
Shotton
Rix
Drake
Ashe
Weeks
P.S
Boyd
Harry C. Boyd
Citizens urge better street lighting in Carbondale
A letter to The Southern Illinoisan laments dark backstreets in Carbondale and urges the city to extend street lights beyond major corridors. The writer cites Twisdale and Valley Road as examples, warns of crime risk, and invokes a call for Christian brotherhood and civic responsibility.
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Southern Illinoisan
Carbondale
Twisdale
Valley Road
Southern
Illnoisan
Illinois
U.S. 51
Makanda Junction
Union County
Fred Cunningham
Anna
Reader urges Illinois adopt Massachusetts juvenile system
Faith Carrier of Carbondale praises Chief Judge John Clayton and Fran Peterson for efforts on juvenile reform. She argues Illinois should study and implement Massachusetts methods, citing a panel at SIUC and potential tax savings for Illinois taxpayers.
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Achusetts
SIUC
Times
Illinois
Massachusetts
Faith Carrier
Carbondale
Center plan for juvenile facility faces funding and location questions
The article argues a juvenile detention center is needed but questions funding sources after grants end and possible county burden. It notes Carbondale's University City complex as a potential home and warns against overuse or mislabeling youths as troubled. Judge Spomer's review powers offer some assurance.
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Dorothy Spomer
Gerpdc
Johnston City Ditch Repair Feud Hurts New Home Build
In Johnston City a young couple faces delays as a city council canceled tile work in a ditch near their land, hindering construction on a home site that once held the town pool. Residents urge action to fix unsafe ditch conditions to attract newcomers and commerce.
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The
Southern Illinoisan
Johnston City
10Th Street
David Jordan Herrin
Bill Would Require Humane Foamed Trapped Saws
Lana K Moehle of Carbondale promotes House Bill 1002 now moving to the Senate. The measure bans steel saw leghold traps without offset and padding and sets trap modification at about 20 cents per unit to ensure humane trapping while preserving livelihoods.
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John E. Porter
House of Representatives
Senate
Department of Conservation
Lana K. Moehle
Carbondale
Editorials and Letters From The Southern Lincolnian
The paper explains sections for opinions and reader letters marked Editorials Our Opinions Letters to the Editor and signed staff columns vary from news analysis to objective reporting. It notes opinions may not reflect the newspaper’s official stance and emphasizes factual reporting from wire services and staff.
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